Amit Kochhar, MD
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Pacific Eye & Ear Specialists
11645 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 600, Los Angeles, CA 90025
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About Amit Kochhar
Dr. Amit Kochhar is Director of the Facial Nerve Disorders Program at Pacific Neuroscience Institute, Providence Saint John’s Health Center, in Santa Monica. Dr. Kochhar completed residency in Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery at Johns Hopkins University and Fellowship in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at UCLA Medical Center.
Dr. Kochhar is one of a few select surgeons who perform complex (microvascular) head and neck reconstruction following cancer resections and facial trauma, as well as for the rehabilitation of facial paralysis, an area in which he has specific clinical expertise and research interest. Dr. Kochhar also provides consultation for management of the aging face, nasal airway (rhinoplasty), and minimally invasive procedures for facial rejuvenation. He has published over 30 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters and continues to perform research and presents annually at national meetings.
Dr. Kochhar’s experience as a Facial Plastic & Reconstructive surgeon has provided him with a diverse skill set that he can offer to each patient. His patients appreciate his compassion, expertise and rare combination of aesthetic and reconstructive surgical skills. Dr. Kochhar strives to learn about his patients in depth and create a plan of care that meets each of their individual needs. Outside of work, Dr. Kochhar is an avid runner and hiker. He enjoys traveling and spending time with his wife and two young children.
University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
2008
Johns Hopkins University
2009
Johns Hopkins University Otolaryngology Program
Otolaryngology
2014
David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA
Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
2016
- American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Otolaryngology
- American Board of Otolaryngology, Plastic Surgery within the Head and Neck
- American Board of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery
- American Board of Otolaryngology, Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery
- American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
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Doctor & his assistant explained everything with easy to understand explanations. Busy was concise, and I felt confident
Providence Patient
Great staff and fantastic doctors
Providence Patient
I have a rare case and permanent facial damage. The doctor is very knowledgeable with my condition and has given me positive feedback with hopes of improving my condition. I'm grateful for any type of improvement.
Providence Patient
I am satisfied with the Drs .And staff . Allow I have secondry insurance butThey always send me the statement ! And usually ittakes months to clear my account, I hate that.
Providence Patient
I cannot speak more highly about Dr Koccher and his team.
Providence Patient
Good experience and very polite doctor, I am very happy to meet him. Thank you so much.
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